Today's Reading | February 12, 2026
Exodus 2:11–25
Introduction Exodus 2:11–25: As an adult, Moses witnesses an Egyptian killing a Hebrew slave, whom he then kills. Because the king heard what Moses had done, Moses fled and escaped to the land of Midian. The chapter concludes with Moses’s marriage to Zipporah, the daughter of Jethro, the priest of Midian. But the Israelites remain enslaved in Egypt. Today’s Key…
READ MORE
Latest Daily Bible Readings
March 19, 2024
Psalm 25
God’s Guiding Word: Prayer Introduction Psalm 25: Today’s psalm is a prayer for guidance, protection, and forgiveness. It includes a series of petitions along with affirmations of trust in God. The writer recognizes the Lord as our teacher; to learn, one must have reverence for God. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 25:4 Teach me your ways, O LORD; make them known…
READ MOREMarch 18, 2024
Psalm 23
God’s Guiding Word: Prayer Introduction Psalm 23: God’s kingship is a frequent subject in the psalms. Kings were known as the shepherds of their people. Their responsibility was to feed and protect their people. In Psalm 23, God is described as providing food, drink, guidance, and protection. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 23:1 The LORD is my shepherd; I have everything…
READ MOREMarch 17, 2024
Psalm 22
God’s Guiding Word: Prayer Introduction Psalm 22: Today’s reading is a psalm that expresses both suffering and praise. The opening questions and complaints are balanced at the end by expressions of trust, confidence, and praise. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 22:28 The LORD is king; and he rules the nations. Reading 22 My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?I have…
READ MOREMarch 16, 2024
Esther 9:20–32
God’s Guiding Word: Prayer Introduction Esther 9:20–32: Today’s reading describes the origin of the festival of Purim, an annual celebration to commemorate the triumph of the Jewish people over their enemies. Mordecai, Esther’s cousin, who had become a high official in the king’s court, writes a letter to all the Jews with instructions for observing the festival. Today’s Key Verse:…
READ MOREMarch 15, 2024
Esther 9:1–19
God’s Guiding Word: Prayer Introduction Esther 9:1–19: In today’s reading, the Jews destroy their enemies, along with Haman’s ten sons, in the capital city, Susa, and throughout all the provinces. Today’s Key Verse: Esther 9:16a The Jews in the provinces also organized and defended themselves. Reading 9 The thirteenth day of Adar came, the day on which the royal proclamation was…
READ MOREMarch 14, 2024
Esther 8:1–17
God’s Guiding Word: Prayer Introduction Esther 8:1–17: Today’s reading reflects a pivotal reversal. Esther receives all the property that had belonged to Haman, and Mordecai is appointed to a new and influential position. While the king could not revoke the proclamation that ordered the Jews to be destroyed, he tells Mordecai to issue letters written in the king’s name that…
READ MORESupport the Bible cause
Help share the Bible with those who have yet to meet Jesus.
